"Piggies" is a satirical song by the Beatles , written by George Harrison and featured on their 1968 self-titled double album, commonly known as . The Remastered 2009 version refers to the digital restoration released as part of the full Beatles catalog remaster that year. Key Content & Themes
: Described as wearing "clean white shirts" and being "out for dinner with their piggy wives," clutching forks and knives to "eat their bacon". Recording Facts Piggies - Remastered 2009 - song and lyrics by The Beatles Piggies (Remastered 2009)
The song uses pigs as a metaphor for different social classes: "Piggies" is a satirical song by the Beatles
: The track prominently features pig grunting noises , which were assembled from an archive tape titled Animals and Bees in the Abbey Road library. Famous Lyrics Recording Facts Piggies - Remastered 2009 - song
: Described as "crawling in the dirt," representing those for whom "life is getting worse".
: The song is a sharp critique of class privilege, corporate greed, and social hierarchy.
: It features a distinctive Baroque-style harpsichord arrangement and string overdubs, creating a humorous contrast with the biting lyrics.